Bhutan at the Aman

Travel through the wondrous land of Bhutan while staying in the elegant environs of the Amankora resorts. This journey through a hidden kingdom will be an adventure into the hearts and lands of charming farmers, fascinating weavers, enchanting monks and charismatic leaders.

What we love

Enjoying a breathtaking view of the Himalayas and more than 100 chortens as you travel over Dochula Pass

Visiting lesser-known Gangtey Valley, home to the black-necked crane

Staying in Bhutan's Amankora resorts, which use indigenous material and architecture to blend in seamlessly with Bhutan's natural beauty

Basic Itinerary

About This Trip

Enjoy an exclusive adventure in the secluded Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan. Your journey through this pristine mountain jewel will be complemented by your stays at Bhutan's Amankora resorts. Combining luxury and elegance with minimalist Bhutanese design, the Amankora resorts blend in harmoniously with their dramatic natural surroundings. During the day, visit Bhutan's majestic dzongs, encounter black-necked cranes, and travel over alpine passes and past chili fields before retiring to the sumptuous environs of the Amankora resorts at night.

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Punakha Valley

Tiger's Nest Monastery

Bhutanese Hospitality

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day1

Paro – Thimphu

Enjoy your day in Thimphu by visiting any of the following: the National Memorial Chorten, around which visitors circumambulate while whirling its large red prayer wheels The National Textile Museum, which is evoted to Bhutan's detailed art of weaving its famous complex and colorful textiles • The Folk Heritage Museum, housed in a traditional 19th century farmhouse and provides insights into Bhutan's traditional way of life • The National Library, which hosts ancient Bhutanese and Tibetan texts in a traditional building

Day2

Thimphu – Gangtey Valley

Stop by the grandiose Trashi Chhoe Dzong, seat of Bhutan's government and royal offices  Visit 16th-century Pangri Zampa Monastery, now a monastic training school for astrologers • Pay a visit to Simtokha Dzong, one of Bhutan's first fortress monasteries, built to subdue an evil spirit that was harassing travelers • Admire the ancient wall paintings at Hongtsho Goemba Monastery • Travel over Dochula Pass, which offers a breathtaking view of the Himalayas and is decorated with 108 chortens built by the Queen Mothers  Visit Gangtey Monastery, famous for its devout cranes

Day3|4

Gangtey Valley - Punakha

Admire the endangered black-necked crane at the Black Neck Crane Centre • Recommended: following the nature trail through Gangtey Valley, past small villages and picturesque scenery • Optional: return to Gangtey Monastery for an audience with the Tulku • Explore the hidden village of Talo, from which Bhutan's four Queen Mothers hail (polygamy having been practiced by the former King, who married four sisters) • In the afternoon, hike to an ancient monastery or relax at the Amankora

Day5

Punakha

Hike through Punakha Valley along the Mo Chhu ("Mother River") past terraces and fields of rice, chili peppers, and cabbages to Khamsum Yuley Temple • Drive past several of the royal family's winter homes before reaching Punakha Dzong, restored to its original splendor after being damaged by several natural disasters over the centuries • Revel in the uniqueness of Chimi Lhakhang, built by the "Divine Madman" Drukpa Kunley who started Bhutan's widespread use of phallic symbols

Day6|8

Punakha - Paro

Embark on a four to five hour trek to one of Bhutan's most revered monuments – Taktsang Monastery, also known as the Tiger's Nest  Descend several steps, skirt around a thousand foot high waterfall, venture across a bridge, and ascend higher and higher until you finally reach the Tiger's Nest • Visit the National Museum, home to an intriguing collection of artefacts • Walk downhill to Paro Dzong, also known as Rinpung Dzong, possibly the finest example of Bhutanese architecture • Cross a traditional cantilever bridge before viewing the ancient wall paintings of Druk Choeding Lhakhang

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